Signs of a BPD Mother: How to Cope
February 10, 2012 at 2:35 pm in BPD Symptoms, Family & Friends
Even if your mother hasn’t received an official Borderline Personality Disorder diagnosis, there are some signs to keep an eye out for.
Treating Impulsivity in People with Borderline Personality Disorder
February 7, 2012 at 3:29 pm in BPD Symptoms, Treatment & Therapy
Impulsivity is only one symptom associated with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), and it can often result in destructive behaviors that should be taken as seriously as a BPD diagnosis itself.
Inside the Mind of Borderline Personality Disorder
January 31, 2012 at 1:06 pm in BPD Symptoms, Family & Friends
It can be frustrating, painful, and exhausting to traverse the unpredictable terrain of a relationship with a person who has BPD. In this article, we will attempt to shed some light on what makes people with BPD think and act as they do.
Signs Your Boyfriend May Have Borderline Personality Disorder
January 27, 2012 at 4:17 pm in BPD Symptoms, Family & Friends
Are you dating a man with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)? While an official diagnosis of Borderline Personality Disorder is always recommended, here are some signs that your boyfriend might have BPD.
Borderline Personality Disorder and Your Teen: Symptoms & Treatment
January 24, 2012 at 11:08 am in BPD Symptoms, Family & Friends, Treatment & Therapy
Symptoms of Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) in teenagers can often be mistaken for rebellious or hormone-induced behavior that we expect teens to exhibit as they navigate the difficulties of adolescence. This belief can lead to misdiagnosis in some teens and set them on a course of ineffective BPD treatment.
Can Borderline Personality Disorder Be Cured?
January 19, 2012 at 6:42 pm in BPD Symptoms, Family & Friends, Treatment & Therapy
If you are just learning about Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), whether you have been diagnosed or whether a loved one has, you will undoubtedly want to know whether it can be cured.
Can Borderline Personality Disorder Be Passed Down?
January 13, 2012 at 11:40 am in BPD Symptoms, Family & Friends
If you have been diagnosed with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) and you have children, it’s natural that you may be concerned about whether the psychiatric disorder can be passed on to them. The answer to the question of if BPD can be passed down is both yes and no.
The Importance of Self-Soothing in Borderline Personality Disorder Treatment
January 12, 2012 at 3:53 pm in BPD Symptoms, Family & Friends, Treatment & Therapy
Living with these devastating feelings every day and having no ability to self-soothe can cause a person with Borderline Personality Disorder to act out in disturbing ways. When their emotions overwhelm them and cause them to feel out of control, they may attempt to control others in unhealthy ways or engage in self-harmful behaviors. For this reason, learning to self-soothe is a crucial skill for anyone in Borderline Personality Disorder treatment to work on.
Behavior of People with Abandonment Issues
January 5, 2012 at 3:49 pm in BPD Symptoms, Family & Friends
Some people with Borderline Personality Disorder may not even be aware of their abandonment issues, but their behavior will speak for them in most instances. You can learn to recognize many BPD behaviors as being related to abandonment issues.
How to Avoid Being Manipulated by Someone With Borderline Personality Disorder
December 27, 2011 at 2:26 pm in BPD Symptoms, Family & Friends
Manipulation is one of many ways that people with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) attempt to control others in their lives and influence their behavior. It is not usually a conscious decision on the part of the person with BPD to do this, but that doesn’t mean that it’s OK to allow it to continue.

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